273328 National Vision on Improving Birth Outcomes and Reducing Infant Mortality

Monday, October 29, 2012 : 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Michael Lu, MD, MPH , Mchb, HRSA, Rockville, MD
     
The presentation will focus on the national vision and strategies for reducing infant mortality in the United States. The previous efforts through HRSA's collaboration with the other organizations and states will be highlighted, such as the Infant Mortality Summit and COIN collaboration. The federal government and states will work closely moving forward to achieve lower rates of prematurity and infant mortality.

Learning Objectives:
Discuss the national vision and strategies for reducing infant mortality Identify opportunities to collaborate in maternal and child health

Keywords: Infant Mortality, Birth Outcomes

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: I am the Associate Administrator for MCHB.
Any relevant financial relationships? No

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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